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Seven Forks solar plant, Kenya

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25th October 2024

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Seven Forks solar plant.

Location
Lower Tana region, Kenya.

Project Owner/s
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen), in partnership with the French Development Agency.

Project Description
The plan is to install a 42.5 MW solar power plant at the Seven Forks dams, where KenGen generates most of its hydroelectricity.

The additional capacity will not only scale up renewable energy but also cushion Kenyans against the rising cost of electricity, as it will complement the hydroelectricity generation during the day and save water for electricity generation at night, especially during drought.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to take 28 months to complete.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
KenGen, tel +254 711036000/+254 732116000 or email pr@kengen.co.ke or media@kengen.co.ke

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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